Fukuoka: Kumiko Woodcraft & Matcha Experience in Historic Mansion
Former Yoshiwara Family Residence
- Historic Setting: Step into the Former Yoshihara Residence, a 200-year-old mansion once home to Yanagawa’s feudal lords. Admire its elegant architecture and refined wooden craftsmanship.
- Kumiko Woodcraft Workshop: Discover Okawa’s woodworking heritage and craft your own Kumiko art piece with expert guidance. Take home your handmade creation as a special keepsake.
- Matcha Tea Ceremony: Whisk and savor your own bowl of matcha with a seasonal sweet. Tables and chairs are available for those who prefer not to sit on tatami.
- Personal Cultural Connection: Experience the harmony of “Kumiko” and “Matcha,” embracing the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship and ichigo ichie - a once-in-a-lifetime encounter.
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What to expect
Welcome to Okawa City, Fukuoka - the birthplace of Japanese woodworking. At the 200-year-old Former Yoshihara Family Residence, a nationally designated Important Cultural Property, you’ll experience two timeless Japanese traditions: a hands-on Kumiko woodcraft workshop and an authentic Matcha tea ceremony.
Enjoy this unique 60-minute cultural experience where craftsmanship and hospitality come together under one historic roof.
Experience Japanese traditions inside the Former Yoshihara Residence, a 200-year-old mansion once used by feudal lords of Yanagawa Domain. Admire the exquisite wooden craftsmanship and architectural beauty.
Learn about the history of Okawa woodcraft and create your own Kumiko craft art piece with guidance. Take home your handmade work as a lasting memory.
Whisk and enjoy your own bowl of matcha green tea paired with a traditional sweet. Even if you cannot sit on tatami, chairs and tables are available.
Good to know
- Conducted in Japanese, with visual aids and translation tools available.
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled start time.
- The Former Yoshihara Residence is an old structure, so temperatures may vary-please dress comfortably.
- Shoes must be removed before entering the building.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the residence.
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